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What to know before your first OB-GYN appointment in Japan
Living in Japan

What to know before your first OB-GYN appointment in Japan

Having anxiety about visiting a gynecologist in Japan? Read our tips and list of English-speaking gynecologists in Japan here. Learn more at Jobs in Japan.

How to negotiate a raise in a Japanese company
Working in Japan

How to negotiate a raise in a Japanese company

Want to level up your pay grade? Discover the best techniques to secure that pay increase and further your career in Japan.

Becoming Self-Employed in Japan with Jo Ebisujima
Living in Japan

Becoming Self-Employed in Japan with Jo Ebisujima

Jo Ebisujima talks about her journey to self-employment, and becoming a digital entrepreneur by helping working moms and homeschoolers.

How to use brackets in Japanese text
How to Japan

How to use brackets in Japanese text

In Japanese there are nine brackets that are commonly used. The proper use of the various types of brackets is essential to making text easy to understand. However, there are many different types of brackets, and it is often difficult to know which one to use. This article will help explain what each of the brackets are called and how/where to use them.

6 ways to make a great video interview
Working in Japan

6 ways to make a great video interview

Get your dream job in Japan with a video interview! Read our tips to make a video that will help you stand out from the crowd.

The history of highbrow street racing in Japan
Living in Japan

The history of highbrow street racing in Japan

Hashiriya is used to describe people who particularly enjoy riding cars and motorcycles at high speeds on highways, mountain roads, and other public roads. They place more emphasis on driving skill and vehicle power and performance.

Owning a Microbrewery in Japan with Garth Roberts
Living in Japan

Owning a Microbrewery in Japan with Garth Roberts

Garth Roberts is a microbrewery owner in Japan and talks about his journey and how you can follow in his footsteps.

Never break these bicycle traffic laws in Japan
Living in Japan

Never break these bicycle traffic laws in Japan

There are some traffic laws for bicycles that if you break, can result in serious consequences. For instance, it is illegal to ride a bicycle whilst intoxicated. Doing so can result in up to to 5 years in prison. There are similarly severe consequences for traffic violations at railroad crossings.

Can you freelance when working for a Japanese company?
How to Japan

Can you freelance when working for a Japanese company?

As an expat in Japan, you have a few unique skills that set you apart from the wider population. Today we are looking at the opportunities to turn them into cash, and the legality of freelancing in Japan.

What to do if you lose your job in Japan
Working in Japan

What to do if you lose your job in Japan

Suddenly unemployed in Japan? Don’t panic! Learn the next steps to get back on your feet again!

How to register for a Japan organ donor card
How to Japan

How to register for a Japan organ donor card

Organ donation in Japan is limited due to various factors. As a result there is an incredibly high demand relative to other developed countries. By registering your consent as an organ donor in Japan, you can also receive an organ donor card.